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EIG is a leading corporate immigration law firm, providing comprehensive business immigration, global migration, and compliance solutions that enable companies to hire the best and brightest talent worldwide. Founded in 1987 and immigration practice started in 1998, EIG has over 25 years of experience delivering its signature 'Perfect Plus' service — dedicated legal teams offering remarkable results, clear communication, innovative technology systems, and the highest level of information and data security. EIG partners with clients to "get to yes."
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New Obstacles for F-1 Visa Athletes
Could the rights of college athletes to monetize their personal brand, which consists of their name, image, and likeness potentially upend the F-1 visa class? Host Lauren Clarke is joined by Bloomberg Law Immigration reporter Andrew Kreighbaum for a deep dive on emerging risks to student visa eligibility.
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Bloomberg Law reporting by Andrew Kreighbaum
International Student-Athlete Participation
GUEST: Andrew Kreighbaum, Immigration Reporter, Bloomberg Law
HOST: Lauren Clarke
NEWS NERD: Rob Taylor
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Washington’s Cherry Trees: Cultural Exchange
In this Women's History Month episode of the Immigration Nerds podcast, we explore how immigration is not just about the movement of people, but also about the migration of ideas that enrich lives. Host, and EIG senior attorney, Lauren Clarke, is joined by Diana Parsell, author of the book, Eliza Scidmore: The Trailblazing Journalist Behind Washington's Cherry Trees, for an inspiring look at a beautiful symbol of cultural exchange and an enduring connection between the people of Japan and America.
Guest: Diana P. Parsell, Author of the book, Eliza Scidmore: The Trailblazing Journalist Behind Washington's Cherry Trees
News Nerd: Rob Taylor, EIG Partner & Shareholder
Host: Lauren Clarke
Producer: Adam Belmar
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Eliza Scidmore: The Trailblazing Journalist Behind Washington's Cherry Trees by Diana P. Parsell (Author) More About Eliza Scidmore Washington D.C.'s Cherry Blossom Festival Eliza Scidmore: Trailblazer bringing Japanese cherry trees to US | NHK WORLD-JAPAN News -
The State of Legal Immigration with David J. Bier, Cato Institute
In an interview recorded on Wednesday, February 21, 2024, Immigration Nerds host Lauren Clarke talked to David J. Bier, Associate Director of Immigration Studies at the Cato Institute about the state of America's legal immigration system.
Mr. Bier recently testified at a hearing before the Committee on Oversight and Accountability in the United States House of Representatives. In that testimony and on this episode of the Immigration Nerds, Bier discusses the the parole sponsorship program, illegal encounters at the border, and his analysis of what legal immigration should look like in the United States.
GUEST: David J. Bier, Associate Director of Immigration Studies | Cato Institute
HOST: Lauren Clarke, Senior Attorney, Erickson Immigration Group
NEWS NERD: Rob Taylor, Partner & Shareholder, Erickson Immigration Group
PRODUCER: Adam Belmar
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Immigration Hearing of the Committee on Oversight and Accountability for United States House of Representatives January 17, 2024 -
Domestic Visa Renewal Launch & the Latest Immigration News
The H-1B Domestic Visa Renewal pilot program launched on January 29, 2024. The Immigration Nerds - senior attorney and host, Lauren Clarke and senior managing attorney consular affairs, Diane Holcombe-Geddens - talk about the program and share valuable insight and process notes as the program gets underway.
GUEST: Diane Holcombe-Geddens, Senior Managing Attorney, Consular Affairs, EIG
HOST: Lauren Clarke, Erickson Immigration Group, Senior Attorney
NEWS: Rob Taylor, Erickson Immigration Group Partner
PRODUCER: Adam Belmar
SHOW RESOURCE LINKS: Domestic Renewal of H-1B Nonimmigrant Visas for Certain Applicants -
"Welcome the Wretched" with Author and Immigration Lawyer César Cuauhtémoc García Hernández
Immigration Nerds host Lauren Clarke interviews César Cuauhtémoc García Hernández, author of the book, Welcome the Wretched: In Defense of the “Criminal Alien,” which explores the intersection of US immigration law and the criminal justice system.
Also in this episode, news updates on USCIS policy guidance on student visas and fee increases for immigration services.
GUEST: César Cuauhtémoc García Hernández / Author, Immigration Lawyer, Gregory H. Williams Chair in Civil Rights and Civil Liberties at the Ohio State University Moritz College of Law
HOST: Lauren Clarke
PRODUCER: Adam Belmar
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Welcome the Wretched: In Defense of the “Criminal Alien,” by César Cuauhtémoc García Hernández
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Ep. 200: Inspiring Immigration Stories Of 2023 with Stuart Anderson
The Immigration Nerds host Lauren Clarke is joined by Stuart Anderson, executive director of the National Foundation for American Policy, to discuss his Forbes article, "The Most Inspiring Immigration Stories Of 2023." Hit play and learn about a teenage immigrant from Ethiopia who became one of America's top young scientists; a Mexican immigrant who became a successful entrepreneur; a Vietnamese refugee who won an Academy Award; and a group of Ukrainian refugees who helped Mississippi tornado victims.
GUEST: Stuart Anderson, Executive Director, National Foundation for American Policy & Senior Contributor, Forbes
HOST: Lauren Clarke
PRODUCER: Adam Belmar
SHOW RESOURCE LINKS: The Most Inspiring Immigration Stories Of 2023 By Stuart Anderson, Senior Contributor, Forbes
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